As a person with a B.S. in Computer forensics, I suggest working as help desk or apply for local law enforcement while studying. "Entry level" is rare unless you can network the crap out of yourself in the industry. This is where I have struggled the most regardless of my knowledge base. Not saying its impossible but a lot harder if you just want to jump into it. I'm a bit jaded at this point. In steps I would recommend 1) Cyber degree or cert. 2) Experience (helpdesk, internship, law enforcement). 3) Digital forensics 2 years out of school and yet to land that spot. Currently scrambling to rework my approach.
@jolt06 Жыл бұрын
Im on my final semester for my cyber security digital forensics masters degree. The has been a fun degree to get. Data recovery and mining. Learning about the law. Some really cool things and tech to use.
@corrinehuffman784 Жыл бұрын
what school did you go to? and is it online?
@jolt06 Жыл бұрын
@corrinehuffman784 the university of Alabama at Birmingham. It was a hybrid course path% some online and some in class.
@NightShooter87 Жыл бұрын
Great video. I don't think Cyber Security and Digital Forensics are the same though, certainly not in the UK. Your explanations of DF is spot on. The way I see it, like any forensics. Police forensic division are gathering evidence, post-crime. Police services are trying to stop crime, so pre-crime and it's the same with people working in Cyber Security pre-computer crime v DF post-crime. I did a university course in "Digital Forensics and Cyber Analysis" it was good fun, but I'm not as good as I want to be.
@michaelbrown7142 Жыл бұрын
I did a cybersecurity bootcamp with NYU that taught computer forensics, I'm looking for a remote position. Thanks Nicole, Great video as always.
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Thanks Michael. Appreciate it
@ConsciousFella Жыл бұрын
3 years ago a Psychic told me that I was going to end up in Digital Forensics and I would get lots of recognition for my skills. Today I'm struggling to find the motivation to even pass the A+ exam 😣 procrastination a curse.. This sounds interesting though, I'm going to get it together
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Thank for sharing. Procrastination can eat up years
@mericc22 Жыл бұрын
Just start tomorrow
@williamsenior717Ай бұрын
So you are trying to build a career based on a psychic ramblings 😂 ? That is not serious.
@Theinsomniac826 Жыл бұрын
I am taking Digital Forensics now as part of my Associates degree in Cybersecurity. I like using Autopsy 🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕🐕
@joshdickson6938 Жыл бұрын
Strange you say nothing about the mental impact this job can have that some poeple do not realise. If you are dealing with law enforcement, you are dealing with criminals, and you WILL eventually see some really messed up stuff. I have a friend that did this for 8 months and quit. He had to see a psychologist and really left an impact on him. This job isnt all sunshine and rainbows.
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Yes, that is true but not all
@andrewp3358 Жыл бұрын
Taking a digital forensic class now with my cyber associates. It is an interesting course that is a bit different than your typical security class. Defiantly am open to paths
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
It's a great cybesecurity pathway
@Theinsomniac826 Жыл бұрын
Hi, what role has the least amount of human interaction?
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
depends on the company.
@minasalah2668 Жыл бұрын
Hello, thanks a lot for sharing. When you work for a government agency, I understand that you analyze criminals' devices, but do you do the same in the private sector?
@CillaMoon1 Жыл бұрын
Hi! :) I just heard about computer forensics careers. This is the first video that came up in my search. Thanks for the info! I'll be looking at your other videos.
@NarutoReveiws Жыл бұрын
your videos on how to study for CompTIA certs have been super helpful, thank you!
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Glad you like them!
@venessariley3285 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this video, I have worked with Eclipse Forensics, they are great at what they do!
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Wonderful!
@michaelflores37675 ай бұрын
Great straight forward info. Thanks
@itsourceress5520 Жыл бұрын
This is a great run down of this career path! I'll have to share with my mentees - thanks Nicole!
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the appreciation!
@edmondkodjovi643 Жыл бұрын
hey nicole! you such a great youtuber and teacher. keep it on
@yaseerkadam9496 Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see the playlist, thank you Honey
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
You are so welcome
@sharondutt81526 ай бұрын
Interesting really enjoyed the insightful currently I am getting my degree in computer forensic & digital investigation from Champlain College very good program for someone who wants to get a degree and want to start a career in computer forensic
@cuddy90210 Жыл бұрын
Thank you again for the research and inspiration!
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Any time!
@X_pointț Жыл бұрын
If anyone’s curious the government itself offers courses and certifications on NICCS.
@johnczech7074 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Nicole! You're awesome!!
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your perspective on this career. I am completing my MSc in Forensic Accounting degree and building my next career. I am looking into DFIR which I had found out about a week ago, or any similar investigator careers like the one you are explaining especially involving data and technology because I am interested helping from the technological side like wire fraud, cyber fraud, etc. I am looking at how to get started. Date Stamp: 16oct22
@francescograndinetti4242 Жыл бұрын
About Cert I think SANS got the best courses and certifications and real job skills
@makarsh29 Жыл бұрын
hey, is there any programming language requried in cyber forensics ? if yes then what are thoes....
@farhadniaz732 Жыл бұрын
Hi Nicole. Thanks for the informative video! 👍 I'm currently studying for my CompTIA A+ Certification exam. Please wish me luck 🤞
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Best of luck!
@spearart Жыл бұрын
EC council's CHFI and GIAC forensic examiner certs are also there.
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
I considered those. the GIAC cert is around $7000 dollars. CHFI is expensive and not widely known
@francescograndinetti4242 Жыл бұрын
@Nicole Enesse you get 2 course for 6K, BUNDLE one
@PRAD61 Жыл бұрын
Hi Nicole. Thanks for your videos. I work in the Automotive industry, in cyber security for a few years now. I work mostly in developing security controls for microcontrollers. I never did any certifications until now. At least Automotive companies in Germany are not asking for certifications. Nevertheless, after watching your videos, I want to do a certification . My question is: If i do certifications in S+ ,digital forensics or GRC, do i still have to start my career from scratch in a new domain?
@DallasFort18573 ай бұрын
Should I start Digital Forensics with a BS in cloud computing or cybersecurity from WGU or just digital forensic itself from champlin college??
@Munster-1984 Жыл бұрын
Hi nicole ,I'm from Australia i want to get in to cyber security.please advise me..what are the entry level courses? Thank you 🙏
@keerthanacholayil881710 ай бұрын
Which country is best to do masters in cyber forensics or digital forensics?
@stefanangelov302 Жыл бұрын
Hi Nicole! Can i go direktly to CySa+ or BTL1 after Google IT Professional?
@haileylowden6677 Жыл бұрын
Hello! Your video was super informative, I want to pursue this career, but I am currently going for a degree in computer science. Most people mention getting one in cyber security for this job, Is it okay that I'm doing computer science or will it not really help me with this field?
@heavydieselengine8989 Жыл бұрын
Where is the free course?
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
In the process of making it. It will be out shortly
@heavydieselengine8989 Жыл бұрын
@@nicoleenesse you are awesome
@felixcalderon7258 Жыл бұрын
@@nicoleenesse will you make an announcement once it come out? I'd be super interested since I'm just about to graduate from WGU and will be looking to break into the cybersecurity field
@TherealElijhawatkins4 ай бұрын
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@bertmeza8673 Жыл бұрын
great content, have you had a career in or near forensics?
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Hey Bert! How is helpdesk? No, I haven't worked in Forensics
@bertmeza8673 Жыл бұрын
@@nicoleenesse held desk was amazing! More than I could have imagined and I learned a ton! Seriously a great way to start out building the computer concepts and understanding. Learning how to take care of people is priceless, EMPHASIZE that!!! Cannot stress the importance soft/people skills plays a role in tech jobs. Also learning how to set up and deploy devices. What made the job cooler was it was at the hard Rock casinos and what a great environment and company to get knowledge and experience from. I had to leave as it was very difficult for me to be at fulltime school/work, my grades suffered a bit and I have the fortune of not having to work being prior military using the voc rehab program for school. I admire all those who are having to do both. I cannot stress how important even 5 months of IT help desk boosted my knowledge and inevitably my career
@bertmeza8673 Жыл бұрын
@@nicoleenesse thank you for remembering me!
@josiahking2772 Жыл бұрын
Does it have a way I can privately contact for career advice? That would be greatly appreciated maybe a email address or something? Twitter anything like that
@AvinashSingh-vj3rk Жыл бұрын
nice 👍
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Thank you! Cheers!
@Samsons121 Жыл бұрын
👽🤙 thanks
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
Aye Arnold!!
@jxkz7 Жыл бұрын
I have CHFI certificate. I am from india. Can i get job aboard without any experience
@nicoleenesse Жыл бұрын
I am not familiar with that job market
@anthonysantana4278 Жыл бұрын
It's obvious she is not in Digital Forensics. She is reading from a script
@ravindranshahh5928 Жыл бұрын
This is my first time seeing your video. I enjoyed the content and the breakdown of DF and how to go about it. Nicole, thank you for the fantastic video. On the other hand, what do you think of EC-Council certifications ECIH, CHFI & DFE ? Are they globally renowned, and should they be pursued because other courses from SANS or GIAC are expensive?